The 1980s may not have been the high water mark for performance, but the folks who grew up in the decade of Reagan and Intellivision are now beginning to restore these cars – stuff like the Camaro Z/28 and IROC, Monte Carlo SS, 5.0 Mustang, and Firebird Formula and Trans-Am (plus the GTA). Sure, V8s pushing 200 horses from the factory may not sound all that impressive, but they were easy to modify and they never were lacking in the looks department.

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So you can bet the Firebird folks are excited about the reproduction Z20 Appearance Package that Classic Industries has released. Available in three separate components, they can be used on any 1982-88 Firebird.

To the uninitiated, the Z20 Appearance Package was a spoiler package that was installed at the dealership, giving the base Firebird some Trans Am-inspired sportiness . . . except that the wheel spats and rear spoiler was incompatible with the Trans Am. Rather, if you take a glance at the second-gen Trans Am above, you’ll get a better idea of the inspiration.

Supposedly less than 1000 Firebirds were built with this elusive package, but those who desire to restore their 1988 Z20-equipped car or modify their 1982-88 Firebird can now get in on the action. Front or rear spats cost $199 a pair, while the rear spoiler runs $399. Interested parties may purchase these accessories by visiting Classic Industries online at www.classicindustries.com or by calling 1-855-35-PARTS (1-855-357-2787).